Object number
A5018
Description
Engraving; shows the tomb of bishop John De Sheppey (died 1360) as it was rediscovered in Rochester Cathedral in 1825; shows recumbent bishop in robes & mitre, hands praying; bystanders & workmen present. The tomb had been walled up in the 17th century; restoration work by the architect Lewis Cottingham in 1825 revealed the tomb and a sketch & painting was done shortly after by John Harris, an artist employed by the architect.
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Production period
early 19th century, circa 1825
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Dimensions
- width: 180 mm
- height: 284 mm
